Upcoming Events

Ecological Garden Support Group
Sep
30

Ecological Garden Support Group

Do you find yourself worrying about the birds, the bees, and the future of our native plants? Or maybe you just want to connect with other eco-minded folks in a supportive, fun space. Hosted by Design Wiild, this ongoing support group is a place to share best practices, swap gardening tips, and learn from guest experts on everything from ecology to climate resilience. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just plant-curious, all are welcome!

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Lap Crafts Circle
Sep
30

Lap Crafts Circle

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join our circle for an evening of creativity and connection. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this is a space to make progress on your projects while sharing ideas and inspiration with others.

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Sales strategies for success with Lois Krasilovsky
Oct
3

Sales strategies for success with Lois Krasilovsky

In this interactive session, Lois Krasilovsky will share the sales strategies that helped her build a nationally recognized career in real estate and entrepreneurship. Bring your questions—this is an open conversation where you can get direct insight, practical tips, and real-world advice on how to approach sales with confidence, clarity, and integrity.

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Fall vision Boarding Workshop
Oct
4
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Fall vision Boarding Workshop

As the seasons shift, fall invites us to slow down, reflect, and set intentions for the months ahead. Join us at The Spark of Hudson for a cozy and creative afternoon of vision boarding—a practice that blends mindfulness with imagination to help you clarify your goals and bring them to life. The workshop will take place on our Sky Deck and overlook Hudson’s beautiful fall foliage.

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Home Cheesemaking with Susan Chiappini
Oct
5

Home Cheesemaking with Susan Chiappini

Enjoy an afternoon of home cheesemaking at The Spark of Hudson with Susan Chiappini. Attendees will participate in making yogurt, creme fraiche, buttermilk and ricotta using fresh raw milk from Chaseholm Farm in Pine Plains, NY. There will be samples for sharing and discussion of the health benefits and science behind the cheesemaking process in this hands-on workshop.

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Drawing Class with Cone Zero
Oct
12

Drawing Class with Cone Zero

Join Cone Zero for a relaxed rooftop drawing class at Spark of Hudson. Set against sweeping views of Hudson and the Catskills, this workshop invites you to slow down, observe your surroundings, and connect with your creativity. Cone Zero will guide participants through approachable drawing exercises, perfect for beginners and seasoned creatives alike, focusing on looking with intention, line, and playful exploration.

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Reclaiming Your Space after Divorce with Raena Baldwin
Oct
15

Reclaiming Your Space after Divorce with Raena Baldwin

This discussion-based workshop invites you to connect with Raena Baldwin in a supportive, conversational setting where you can bring your unique questions and challenges.

Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Raena will listen, offer guidance, and share how she can support you in reclaiming your space—both physically and emotionally—after divorce.

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Beekeeping 101 and Honey Tasting
Oct
18

Beekeeping 101 and Honey Tasting

Join us for an introduction to beekeeping at Spark. Colleen Quinn will guide the class through material gathering, bee selection, hive establishment and maintenance. As we talk through the process of beekeeping, she will provide instruction, answer pressing questions and offer further resources.

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Free Community Birthing Class
Oct
19

Free Community Birthing Class

The Family Resource Centers of Columbia County is proud to offer free community birthing classes in partnership with Abby Larsen of Hudson Doula Care and The Spark of Hudson. These monthly sessions provide expecting families with practical tools, hands-on learning, and supportive guidance to help prepare for labor, birth, and the early days of parenting.

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Women's Creative Circle
Oct
26

Women's Creative Circle

This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, will be led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.

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Herbalism for Skincare Workshop
Nov
1

Herbalism for Skincare Workshop

Join us for an intimate hands-on workshop with Aviva of Apis Apotheca at Wally Farms. Attendees be introduced to the foundations of herbal skincare through the lens of Ayurveda and small-scale farming. Aviva will share her own journey into herbalism, then guide a show-and-tell with foundational dried herbs and their uses.

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Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Nov
5

Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole

Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.

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Introduction to Cyanotype with Chris Losee
Nov
8

Introduction to Cyanotype with Chris Losee

In this two-hour hands-on workshop, we’ll start by briefly covering the history of cyanotypes, the chemistry involved in making prints, and some of the ways contemporary artists are using this alternative photographic process. Then we’ll dive into making our own blue-toned prints! We will go over safety procedures, mix the solutions, and coat the paper. Then we’ll expose it, and run the print under water to make images appear.

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Free Community Birthing Class
Nov
9

Free Community Birthing Class

The Family Resource Centers of Columbia County is proud to offer free community birthing classes in partnership with Abby Larsen of Hudson Doula Care and The Spark of Hudson. These monthly sessions provide expecting families with practical tools, hands-on learning, and supportive guidance to help prepare for labor, birth, and the early days of parenting.

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Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Nov
12

Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole

Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.

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Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Nov
19

Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole

Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.

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Women's Creative Circle
Nov
23

Women's Creative Circle

This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, will be led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.

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Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Dec
3

Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole

Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.

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Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Dec
10

Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole

Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.

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Free Community Birthing Class
Dec
13

Free Community Birthing Class

The Family Resource Centers of Columbia County is proud to offer free community birthing classes in partnership with Abby Larsen of Hudson Doula Care and The Spark of Hudson. These monthly sessions provide expecting families with practical tools, hands-on learning, and supportive guidance to help prepare for labor, birth, and the early days of parenting.

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Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole
Dec
17

Screenwriting Sprint: Exploring The Short with A.C. Cole

Learn the basics of writing film and TV structure, sharpen dialogue, craft amazing characters, find your voice, understand tone vs. theme, end up loving Outlines and Directors Statements as writing tools to keep you focused. By the end of six weeks, you’ll have a short script or outline. Study Short Film screenwriting with local, upstate WGAE screenwriter, ScreenCraft Fellowship, Athena Writers Lab Fellow and AMC Nominee, NBC TV Writers Lab FInalist, and NYFA grant winner, A.C. Cole.

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Women's Creative Circle
Dec
21

Women's Creative Circle

This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, will be led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.

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Women's Creative Circle
Sep
28

Women's Creative Circle

This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, will be led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.

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Back-to-School Reset with Raena Baldwin
Sep
24

Back-to-School Reset with Raena Baldwin

School’s back, and things get busy fast. Join Raena Baldwin  for a casual conversation on simple ways to keep your home and routines organized this fall. She’ll share easy tips for cutting clutter, setting up family-friendly systems, and making mornings and evenings run more smoothly. Raena will be available to answer individual questions custom to your family needs.

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Lap Crafts Circle
Sep
23

Lap Crafts Circle

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join our circle for an evening of creativity and connection. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this is a space to make progress on your projects while sharing ideas and inspiration with others.

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Free Community Birthing Class
Sep
21

Free Community Birthing Class

The Family Resource Centers of Columbia County is proud to offer free community birthing classes in partnership with Abby Larsen of Hudson Doula Care and The Spark of Hudson. These monthly sessions provide expecting families with practical tools, hands-on learning, and supportive guidance to help prepare for labor, birth, and the early days of parenting.

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BBQ Workshop with Larry Walker
Sep
19

BBQ Workshop with Larry Walker

Join Larry Walker, restorative justice specialist, Hudson native, and founder of What’s Really Good, for a rooftop BBQ workshop at The Spark. Larry will share his love for cooking southern barbecue–based dishes while offering tips and techniques for BBQing.

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Lap Crafts Circle
Sep
16

Lap Crafts Circle

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join our circle for an evening of creativity and connection. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this is a space to make progress on your projects while sharing ideas and inspiration with others.

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Photo Buddies: The Photo-Inspired Portraiture of Phyllis Hjorth
Sep
16

Photo Buddies: The Photo-Inspired Portraiture of Phyllis Hjorth

Explore the intersection of photography and painting through the work of Hudson-based artist Phyllis Hjorth. This program highlights her process of transforming photographic references into portraiture that reflects everyday life and community. The evening will include an Artist + Curator Discussion Salon focused on Hjorth’s practice and the broader role of photography in contemporary portraiture.

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Lap Crafts Circle
Sep
9

Lap Crafts Circle

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join our circle for an evening of creativity and connection. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this is a space to make progress on your projects while sharing ideas and inspiration with others.

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Lap Crafts Circle
Sep
2

Lap Crafts Circle

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join our circle for an evening of creativity and connection. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this is a space to make progress on your projects while sharing ideas and inspiration with others.

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Lap Crafts Circle
Aug
26

Lap Crafts Circle

Bring any craft that fits in your lap and join our circle for an evening of creativity and connection. Whether you knit, crochet, sketch, bead, embroider, or simply enjoy working with your hands, this is a space to make progress on your projects while sharing ideas and inspiration with others.

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Women's Creative Circle
Aug
24

Women's Creative Circle

This women's circle, open to female-identifying and non-binary individuals, will be led by Nancy Maurice Rogers and other creatives in the field of arts. Through discussions and dialogues, we will delve into exploring creative processes and recognize the diverse area creativity has in our lives today and that which holds potential for future explorations in our lives.

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High school Freshman Sunset Social
Aug
22

High school Freshman Sunset Social

Freshmen Rooftop Bash! Before high school school starts, we’re going all out on The Spark of Hudson Rooftop! Good vibes, music, games & friends — let’s send off summer in style! Families welcome. 5 PM – 7 PM | Don’t miss it!

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How to be a Barista 101 (for Teens)
Aug
19

How to be a Barista 101 (for Teens)

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Second date added!
Interested in landing a job at a coffee shop — join us for a free, hands-on Workforce Development Training focused on barista skills — led by Fathema Rahman, The Spark’s Workforce Development Coordinator.

In this 3-hour session, teens will learn:

  • How to operate espresso machines and grinders

  • Basic drink building: espresso shots, steamed milk, and simple lattes

  • Café workflow and station setup

  • Customer service basics: taking orders, working a register, and communicating with customers

  • Workplace readiness: time management, teamwork, and showing up professionally

Whether you're considering a job in food service or just want to explore what it's like to work in a fast-paced environment, this training will give you skills and confidence to get started.

Open to teens ages 13–19. No prior experience needed. Space is limited — registration required!

10 spots available! Register below

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Physics Circle
Aug
18

Physics Circle

The Physics Circle is a space where folks come together to learn physics collaboratively. We’ll watch youtube videos, explore phenomena, and share insights. No prior expertise required. Just bring your curiosity.

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Infant and Young Child CPR Workshop
Aug
18

Infant and Young Child CPR Workshop

FREE Friends & Family CPR Workshop — Monday, August 18 from 5–7 PM at The Spark of Hudson on Union Street!

This life-saving event is specifically designed for caregivers and families of infants and young children (ages 0–5). Learn CPR skills that could make all the difference in an emergency.

The workshop is facilitated by Dave Yates of Valatie Rescue Squad, who has been leading these trainings across the county to help empower families and early childhood caregivers.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the session and walk away with essential skills to help protect the children they care for.

This free event is a collaboration between:

  • Valatie Rescue Squad

  • Family Resource Centers of Columbia County

  • The Spark of Hudson (thank you for generously hosting!)

While the workshop is free, donations are welcome! You can support these community organizations by:

Let’s come together to learn, prepare, and protect our youngest community members. Register today!

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